Having six children means Shari Stamps knows a fair bit about preparing for postpartum. Since having kids, she's dedicated her life to growing her experience as a perinatal professional, taking many courses including doula training. Now she's sharing her wisdom from her own parenting experience plus her professional training with us.

Hear Shari's tips for postpartum and birth preparation, including:

• Who to Include in a Comprehensive Support Village
• When to Start Putting Resources in Place
• Clinical Vs Non-clinical Support Postpartum
• Advice on Preparing One’s Home, Nurturing Relationships, and Setting Boundaries
• Actionable Steps New Parents Can Take to Feel More Prepared, Supported, and Confident as They Transition Into This New Phase of Life

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Learn more How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a Baby | The Second Child Transition | Improve Birth Recovery: Three Recommendations From An OBGYN | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection | Four Relationship-Saving Questions To Ask Before Baby Arrives

Our favorite Fourth Trimester Books The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother | Becoming the Parent You Want to Be: A Sourcebook of Strategies for the First Five Years | Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood | Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La Cuarentena

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